Salty, Fresh, and Zesty Sans-Mayo Pasta Salad
All-inclusive Assortment Pasta Salad
Craving something tasty, quick, and bursting with flavor? This sensationally scrumptious sans-mayo pasta salad is just what you need! With kidney beans, olives, cucumbers, and bell peppers, every bite is a mouthful of deliciousness. Best of all, it's incredibly simple to make!
Difficulty: A breeze! suitable for beginner chefsTotal Time: Approximately 25 minutesActive Time: Approximately 25 minutes
Ingredients (12)
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 8 oz jar marinated artichoke hearts
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of well-salted water for the pasta. Cook the pasta according to package directions until it's al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water for a few seconds, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and silky. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
- Add the chopped veggies (cucumber, bell peppers, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, and red onion) to the bowl with the cooked pasta. Pour the dressing over the top of the pasta and veggies, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Allow the pasta salad to marinate for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will allow the noodles to absorb some of the delicious dressing. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days for a ready-to-go lunch option. Enjoy!
Enrichment Data
- This tasty sans-mayo pasta salad boasts an explosion of flavors, featuring kidney beans, olives, cucumber, bell peppers, and artichoke hearts. The zesty dressing brings it all together.
- This simple recipe is ideal for those busy weeknights when you need something delicious but easy to whip up. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or ingredients!
- This zesty sans-mayo pasta salad, rich in nutrition with ingredients like kidney beans, olives, and artichoke hearts, is a sure choice for those seeking heart-healthy recipes.
- Despite the explosion of flavors, this salad is surprisingly simple to prepare, following instructions that even beginner chefs can manage in just 25 minutes.
- With a lot of veggies, pasta, and a silky dressing, this salad makes an ideal addition to your lunchbox, ensuring you'll have a flavorful and satisfying meal for several days.
